captivated

The sea creature, which they nicknamed the “mystery mollusk” because of its snail-like features, captivated them.

Fifty-five years ago, preschoolers were captivated by the TV performance of a fuzzy blue monster, two striped shirt-wearing best friends and a big yellow bird.

For all those who were captivated by the shocking storytelling of Squid Game, there were others who found it gratuitously violent and difficult to watch.

Boko, captivated the nation going through difficult economic times with his promises of change, employment and government stipends.

Not all the world, of course, is captivated by the American political contest, even one that is considered so dramatic and consequential.